Literature Celebrate National Poetry Month with Us! April is National Poetry Month, an annual event that highlights the importance of poets and poetry. Find free resources for this celebration at Prestwick House! By Prestwick House • 2 min read
Free Library Free Grammar and Writing Resources Round-Up Easily introduce key grammar and writing concepts to your students with these downloadable lesson plans and other resources, available now at the English Teacher’s Free Library. By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Free Library Free ELA Halloween Teaching Resources Something wicked this way comes at the English Teacher’s Free Library! Sink your fangs into our creepy free resources. By Prestwick House • 6 min read
Grammar & Writing 6 Fresh Ways to Make Student Research Projects Engaging and Effective If you find that the research paper process has become dry, try these ideas to revitalize and modernize your research unit! By Prestwick House • 5 min read
Free Library Free Grammar and Writing Resources Round-Up Easily introduce key grammar and writing concepts to your students with these downloadable lesson plans and other resources, available now at the English Teacher’s Free Library. By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Grammar & Writing 10 Grammar Mistakes a Writer Should Never Make Help your students avoid common grammar errors with this guide! See which common grammar mistakes can weaken writing, and learn how to fix them with confidence. By Prestwick House • 8 min read
Grammar & Writing Prescriptive vs. Descriptive Approaches to Grammar Learn the differences between the prescriptive and descriptive approaches to grammar study to decide which learning strategy works best for your students. By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Vocabulary Teaching Vocabulary in Context Drawing vocabulary from what your students read—literature, news articles, and more—is a great way to ensure they retain these words for life. By Prestwick House • 3 min read
Reading 3 Ways Learning Word Roots Raises Reading Skills See how understanding Latin and Greek roots can help students gain the confidence to tackle complex texts. By Prestwick House • 3 min read
Vocabulary 3 Vocabulary Programs Compared: Which One Is Right for You? Looking for the best vocabulary program for middle or high school students? We compare Vocabulary Workshop, Vocabu-Lit, and Vocabulary Power Plus, breaking down their pros, cons, and effectiveness in building strong reading skills. By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Vocabulary Beyond the “Vocab Check” – Checking Understanding without Eating into Instruction Time Discover some ways to quickly incorporate vocabulary practice without taking away too much time from your already packed lessons. By Prestwick House • 3 min read
Reading 3 Reasons Why Students Should Still Read Physical Books Reading books helps students develop stronger language, cognitive, and critical thinking skills. But how does it help, and why are paperback books still important? By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Reading 3 Ways Learning Word Roots Raises Reading Skills See how understanding Latin and Greek roots can help students gain the confidence to tackle complex texts. By Prestwick House • 3 min read
Literature Choose Your Own Adventure: Using a Classroom Library to Complement Your Curriculum A classroom library can give students the freedom to read what interests them. But how can you add individualized reading to your already packed schedule? By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Teaching Tips How to Build a High School Book List Looking to build up your high school book list? Read this post for some tips on choosing the right books! By Prestwick House • 3 min read
Literature 10 Summer Book Recommendations Your Students Will Actually Want to Read Whether your students love heartfelt coming-of-age stories, contemporary fiction, or page-turning drama, these books offer a wide range of summer reading fun. By Prestwick House • 6 min read
Reading 3 Reasons Why Students Should Still Read Physical Books Reading books helps students develop stronger language, cognitive, and critical thinking skills. But how does it help, and why are paperback books still important? By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Literature Choose Your Own Adventure: Using a Classroom Library to Complement Your Curriculum A classroom library can give students the freedom to read what interests them. But how can you add individualized reading to your already packed schedule? By Prestwick House • 4 min read
Literature 7 Approaches to Teaching Shakespeare in Today’s Classroom Discover some of the best approaches teachers are using to help their students learn to love Shakespeare. By Prestwick House • 4 min read
